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Metro Mayor backs ‘Hands Off’ campaign to save Piccadilly rail route

The Liverpool City Region Metro Mayor has come out strongly in defence of Southport’s threatened rail service to Manchester Piccadilly, warning that the town could be ‘left behind’ if it is cut. Steve

4th March 2021

Mental health champion urges people to speak out

Cassie James welcomed Dave Crompton onto her Mighty Radio mid-morning show on Wednesday 3rd March to discuss his various projects around anxiety, depression and removing the stigma surrounding men’s mental health. On

3rd March 2021

It’s a full house for Woodlands

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary have once again got a full cattery which provides you with a superb opportunity to find the purfect feline for your home. They have pairs, singles, older cats and

3rd March 2021

Minor traffic disruption at Town Lane after car collides with lampost

Paramedics and police have dashed to Kew this evening after a car collided with a lamppost. Police officers and paramedics were alerted to the scene after a black hatchback left the road

3rd March 2021

Community groups urged to share their views on support services for victims of crime

Community organisations that may support victims of crime in Merseyside are being urged to share their views of the support currently on offer to help improve services in the future. Merseyside’s Police

3rd March 2021

Councillor candidate criticises Sefton car parking charges

Dukes Ward Conservative candidate, Michael Prendergast, has criticised Sefton Council’s decision to maintain Southport town centre car parking charges at current levels. “It is very disappointing for businesses operating in Southport town

3rd March 2021

Southport set for £37.5m regeneration after Town Deal Bid is partially passed

Southport has been offered £37.5m of the £50m requested in the Town Deal Bid as part of the Budget unveiled by Chancellor Rishi Sunak this afternoon. Luke Hall MP, the Conservative Minister

3rd March 2021

Government announces £5 billion in Restart Grants for high street shops and hospitality firms

The Government has announced £5 billion in Restart Grants for high street shops and hospitality firms. The news ensures that the hardest-hit businesses will have the support they need through the next

3rd March 2021

Southport man arrested for attempted thefts from cars

A Southport local man aged 48 was arrested on Thursday the 25th February, in connection with a number of attempted thefts from cars in various locations around the Southport area. He was

3rd March 2021

Damien Moore MP welcomes acceleration of vaccine rollout in Southport

Damien Moore MP has welcomed the Government’s Vaccines Delivery Plan – the biggest vaccination programme in British history – that sets ambitious targets as the government continues to ramp up its vaccine

3rd March 2021

Pontins exposed for ‘gypsy name’ blacklist

Pontins have said they will now change their working ways after being exposed for blacklisting a set of surnames that ‘had connotations related to the travelling community.’ The Equality Human Rights Commission

2nd March 2021

Sefton MP: Families face triple blow to finances unless Chancellor changes course at Budget

Bill Esterson says Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to hit families in Sefton Central with a triple blow of council tax hikes, frozen pay and cuts to social security at his Budget

1st March 2021

Appeal launched to help Southport Dad in US hospital waiting for kidney transplant

An appeal has been launched to help a Southport dad who is in a US hospital desperately in need of a kidney transplant and money for life-saving medicine. Father-of-three Paul Mook, aged

1st March 2021

Macmillan Grand National Charity Event 2021

It’s now been over a year since the fantastic Macmillan Charity Ball of 2020 and a significant change has happened across this planet, however it’s not changed the fact that Cancer is

1st March 2021

Sefton families urged to get imaginative and go on a story hunt for World Book Day 2021

To celebrate World Book Day, Sefton Libraries are collaborating with renowned storyteller John Kirk for an interactive story hunt, and families across the Borough are urged to get involved. The virtual adventure

1st March 2021

Give your views on changes to the Highway Code

Highways England has today (1 March) launched a review of the Highway Code to improve road safety on motorways and high-speed roads. The consultation will run for four weeks and closes at

1st March 2021

Police called to ‘high speed smash’ in Birkdale

Two cars have been involved in a serious collision in Birkdale this afternoon in what appears to be a high speed crash. A Toyota and a BMW collided with each other on

1st March 2021

Less than two weeks to save Piccadilly rail route campaigners warn

Campaigners trying to fight off a threat to Southport’s direct rail service to Manchester Piccadilly have warned that local opposition must act quickly to make itself heard before time runs out. A

1st March 2021

Councillors warn of serious flaws to child benefit system

Two Southport councillors have been alerted to serious flaws in the Child Benefit system which has denied local families thousands of pounds they were entitled to. Councillor Pat Keith and Councillor Lynne

1st March 2021

20 fines issued, 100 cars turned away from Formby Beach

Officers have issued approximately 20 fixed penalty notices and turned over 100 cars away from Formby beach today. Throughout the day, patrols have been in attendance along the coastal area following reports

28th February 2021

Pre-election row continues over phantom Birkdale cycle lane

A Conservative councillor candidate for Birkdale has welcomed a “u-turn” from the Liberal Democrats over alleged plans for a cycle lane. Despite regular comments from Mr Durkin criticising the Liberal Democrats over

28th February 2021

Fine weather brings crowds out

The recent sunnier weather has seen increases in people enjoying the fresh air, around the sea front and pier areas. The beach is always popular at high tide. And some pushing their

28th February 2021

Woodlands – Kitten Season 2021 has begun!

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary were beginning to turn their thoughts to warmer weather, sunnier days and the influx of babies – of the furry and spikey variety, but they have already welcomed their

28th February 2021

Green light for improvement works to enhance Ainsdale Beach facilities

Following approval at January’s full Council meeting, plans are now progressing for improved access and facilities at Sefton’s Ainsdale Beach. In 2020, the Council saw huge numbers of visitors flocking to the

27th February 2021

Bomb disposal clear discovered device with controlled explosion

Merseyside Police have confirmed that officers are in attendance at Formby beach today (Friday 26 February) following the discovery of a suspected unexploded ordnance device. Officers were called around 5.30pm yesterday (Thursday

26th February 2021

Queenscourt Hospice open applications for 2021 London Marathon

Queenscourt Hospice are on the hunt for one lucky Southport resident to take their spot on Team Queenscourt for the 2021 London Marathon. Queenscourt Hospice said: “We have just one of our

26th February 2021

Hotel group plans Southport job creation with expansion

A Southport group are appealing for hospitality staff who sadly lost their job during the coronavirus pandemic to contact them with a view to getting a new role as part of their

26th February 2021

Pulse Oximetry at Home rolls out in West Lancashire

Vulnerable patients in West Lancashire who have tested positive for COVID-19 could avoid the need to visit hospital thanks to the ‘Pulse Oximetry at Home’ service being rolled out in the region.

25th February 2021

Churchtown Co-op spread joy with golden tickets

It’s not just the sunshine that’s brightened people’s days around Churchtown and Marshside today, the Co-op Store in Churchtown have hidden a number of “golden tickets” around the area for people to

25th February 2021

Galloway’s launches pilot to encourage more visually impaired people to use assistive technology

Blind and partially sighted people with no internet access are being given the opportunity to try new assistive technology through Galloway’s. The sight loss charity is working with new digital partner Aspire

25th February 2021

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